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Could Emily Charlton Be Back? Blunt Open to Rejoining Runway
Nearly two decades after its initial release, The Devil Wears Prada remains one of the most quotable and beloved fashion films of all time. While fans have long speculated about a potential sequel, a recent comment from actress Emily Blunt—who played the perpetually stressed first assistant, Emily Charlton—has ignited new hope that the staff of Runway magazine might reunite.
In a recent interview, Blunt indicated that she would be willing to revisit the character of the delightfully caustic Emily Charlton, provided the script felt fresh and appropriate. This marks the most significant verbal endorsement from a core cast member about potentially returning to the satirical world of high fashion journalism.
The Challenge of the Sequel
Despite the intense fan desire for The Devil Wears Prada 2, a follow-up has never materialized. Author Lauren Weisberger wrote a sequel novel, Revenge Wears Prada, but Hollywood has yet to commit to a film adaptation.
The primary obstacle has always been aligning the schedules and creative visions of its powerhouse lead trio: Meryl Streep (Miranda Priestly), Anne Hathaway (Andy Sachs), and Blunt. For many, the film’s perfect ending—Andy walking away from Miranda and Runway—makes a traditional sequel challenging.
Blunt herself acknowledged this complexity, stating that a return would only be worthwhile if the story explored where the characters are now in a genuinely compelling way, rather than simply rehashing the original dynamic.
Where Are They Now? A Modern Runway
Fans speculate that a modern sequel would likely focus on Emily Charlton, who, by the end of the first film, was poised for a successful career as a fashion stylist. It’s easy to imagine Charlton thriving in the current digital landscape, perhaps as a top-tier celebrity stylist or even a formidable fashion editor herself—perhaps even Miranda’s rival.
While Streep has been non-committal about a return, and Hathaway has expressed cautious enthusiasm, Blunt’s public openness injects a potent dose of possibility. For devotees of the Comedy Classic, the idea of seeing Emily Charlton back on the big screen, perhaps still trying to secure a highly sought-after sample, is a tantalizing one.
Until an official announcement is made, fans will continue to stream the original, reminding themselves that sometimes, the Fashion Film gods listen to their petitions.
Aleda Kawis is the Professional Journalist and serving in the field since 2012. She keeps extensive experience as investigating journalist and media influencer.
